Conceptualization and Operationalization of Love
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This assignment allows students to use the abstract concept “love” to practice the process of social research. Over the course of a three-week period students will (1) conceptualize this abstract concept, (2) operationalize their variable, (3) create a survey, (4) distribute the survey to fellow classmates, (5) analyze data using a simple table of means, and (6) construct a write-up describing their process. The assignment is broken down by week, providing students with worksheets that help guide them through each step in the process. Simple data collection and analysis are required for completion. Student Learning Objectives and guidelines for assessment are included.
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Resource Type(s):
Assignment
Author(s):
Sandra Marie Loughrin
Date Published:
7/3/2018
Subject Area:
Research Methods
Class Level:
College 200
Class Size:
Any
Language:
English
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This assignment requires three weeks to complete. Over the course of the three-week period students will conceptualize an abstract concept, operationalize their variable, create a survey, distribute the survey to fellow classmates, analyze data using a simple table of means, and construct a write-up describing their process. The extent of...
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Goal 1:
SLO 1: Understand and execute the process of conceptualizationSLO 2: Understand and execute the process of operationalization
Assessment 1:
Point value is based on four score levels of assessment, (1) Advanced, (2) Proficient, (3) Developing, and (4) Beginning. See Rubric
Goal 2:
SLO 3: Collect and analyze data based on a convenience sample
Goal 3:
SLO 4: Disseminate findings through a three-page write-up
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